Interns. ESOPs. And What Working at Bombay Shaving Company Really Feels Like

Interns. ESOPs. And What Working at Bombay Shaving Company Really Feels Like

Author: The BarberShop with Shantanu October 31, 2025 Duration: 16:21

What’s it really like to work inside one of India’s most loved D2C brands?

In this episode, Shantanu visits Ashoka University to talk to students about the journey of Bombay Shaving Company - how it started, why it was built, and the values that continue to guide its growth story.

From startup stories and brand-building lessons to honest conversations about risk, purpose, and culture, it’s a peek into what goes behind building a D2C brand that people truly love.

Two interns also share their experiences while working at Bombay Shaving Company, the learnings, surprises, and what it’s really like behind the scenes of a fast-growing D2C business.

What’s the one skill you’d love to learn from the team at Bombay Shaving Company? Tell us in the comments

Navigate your way through these chapters

00:00 Coming Up

00:34 How Bombay Shaving Company Started

02:43 Why They Chose to Build BSC

06:32 Core Values That Drive the Brand

08:16 An Intern’s Experience at BSC

14:55 What to Expect Ahead


Step into a space where business talk feels less like a lecture and more like a conversation happening in the back of a classic barbershop. The BarberShop with Shantanu is built on that exact feeling-a place for honest, meandering, and deeply insightful dialogues about the real journey of building something. Host Shantanu, who founded Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae, doesn't just interview guests; he engages in a form of mutual mentorship, drawing on his own experiences to unpack the stories, struggles, and small victories that define entrepreneurship. Each episode feels like a candid exchange, stripping away the polished veneer often found in business media to explore how ideas actually take root and flourish. You'll hear from a variety of voices navigating their own hustles, with conversations that naturally touch on strategy, personal growth, and the often-overlooked human elements behind the brands. This podcast thrives on the free flow of genuine perspective, offering listeners not just lessons, but a sense of camaraderie. It’s a platform dedicated to growth, framed through storytelling that’s as much about the missteps as the milestones. Tune in for a regular dose of reflection and practical wisdom, all shared with the ease of a good chat.
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